Floods trap people in cars in Spain’s Catalonia region

Visual evidence circulating widely on social media platforms painted a stark picture of the unfolding disaster. Videos, shared by stunned residents and bystanders, depicted terrifying torrents of muddy water surging…

How air pollution is stealing India’s sunshine

India, a land synonymous with vibrant light and abundant sun, is paradoxically losing its most fundamental resource: direct sunlight. A groundbreaking new study by a consortium of Indian scientists reveals…

Hidden cameras reveal what hedgehogs really get up to after dark.

British gardens are emerging as increasingly vital sanctuaries for the nation’s beloved hedgehogs, a recent extensive study into the secret nocturnal lives of these spiny mammals has revealed. As their…

Ground rents to be capped at £250 a year for leaseholders

The comprehensive reforms are slated for publication within the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill, which is set to be introduced to Parliament on Tuesday. This legislative move follows years…

Menopause linked to Alzheimer’s-like brain changes

A groundbreaking large-scale UK study has revealed a significant link between menopause and the development of brain changes that bear a striking resemblance to those observed in Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers…

Meta to trial premium subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp

Technology giant Meta is poised to embark on a significant strategic shift, introducing premium subscription tiers for its flagship platforms: Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, in the coming months. This move…

Trade deal: India and EU announce FTA amid Trump tariff tensions

The European Union and India have formally announced a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), culminating nearly two decades of complex and often challenging negotiations. This pivotal accord comes as both…

Pictured: Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025.

The prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, now in its 60th year, has unveiled its Grand Title winners and category champions for 2025, celebrating the world’s most captivating and…

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford – The WOW Machine Stops (Pt 2) – BBC Sounds

In the second installment of Tim Harford’s "Cautionary Tales," titled "The WOW Machine Stops (Pt 2)," listeners are plunged into the complex and ultimately tragic story of Tony Hsieh, the…

UK loses measles elimination status

The United Kingdom has officially lost its measles elimination status, a significant public health setback announced by the World Health Organization (WHO). This designation signifies the return of sustained measles…